September is National Preparedness Month. Are your employees prepared for the worst?

摘要

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 40 percent of businesses never reopen following a major disaster. September is National Preparedness Month, and this year's theme is Be Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare. As you review your emergency program, make sure it reflects the types of emergencies your facility is most likely to experience. You may find you need to plan separate training sessions for different emergency situations, especially if you work with hazardous materials.